David Ashcraft serves as the President and CEO of the Global Leadership Network (GLN), an organization at the forefront of global leadership development and in pursuit to serve more pastors, equip more churches, and inspire more leaders.  Previously, David served as the Pastor of LCBC (Lives Changed By Christ) Church in Manheim, Pennsylvania.  Under his leadership, LCBC grew from one location with a weekly attendance of 150 people to 19 locations across the state of Pennsylvania with a combined average weekly attendance of over 22,000. Additionally, David is the Founder and President of The Advantage, a leadership collaborative whose purpose is to mentor and encourage pastors across the country.  He is the author of “What Was I Thinking?” a book designed to help us make better decisions.  David also serves on the Board of Directors of the Global Leadership Network and the National Association of Evangelicals.

As executive vice-president of the international division of the Global Leadership Network, Chris Ordway is a firm believer in the transformative power of great leadership. He has worked for three Fortune 500 firms and launched two non-profit initiatives, in sustainable agriculture and energy respectively. His experience working and living in many parts of the world, including the United States, Asia, Europe, and Africa, gives him a unique understanding of the complexities associated with operating in diverse environments. Most notably, Chris lead the Consumer Products Business Unit at Motorola and grew its revenue from $5 million to over $100 million in three years, before relocating to London to manage operations throughout Europe, the Middle East, Africa and India. Chris welcomed the opportunity to join the GLN in his current capacity in 2021, apart from also serving on several boards.

Ettienne Booysen is a storyteller, strategist and scholar passionate about sparking personal and organizational growth through inspired communication. With a career spanning churches, creative agencies and media production, he brings a unique blend of experience across sectors and cultures.

Since first encountering the Global Leadership Network in 1999, Ettienne has grown from local site producer in South Africa to global producer and now serves as Director of Creative & Content Development. A published author with a PhD in Organizational Behaviour, he draws on research, the arts and leadership insight to craft experiences that ignite transformation and hope.

Ashlyn Slamans Ochoa is a communicator, connector, and champion of the local church. Since joining the Global Leadership Network in 2016, she has led year-round events, produced and hosted The Global Leadership Podcast, and supported both U.S. and international Summits with heart and excellence.

Now serving as Ministry Development Lead, Ashlyn brings deep ministry insight and a passion for relational impact to her global work. A devoted wife, mom, and creative at heart, she is committed to helping leaders thrive — wherever they’re planted.

Jen Garman is a detail-driven leader with a heart for creating intentional spaces where people feel seen, valued and open to transformation. With a background in admissions and events in higher education, she later spent nearly a decade on staff at LCBC Church, helping expand the GLS from one to eleven sites across Pennsylvania.

Her passion for the Summit led her to join the Global Leadership Network in 2021, where she now leads international projects and licensing relations. Jen is known for her ability to shape distraction-free environments that make space for growth — both personally and spiritually.

Cadu Polito is a gifted communicator and producer with a passion for leadership development and storytelling. Beginning as an office assistant with Willow Creek Association Brazil, he quickly became a key player in expanding the Global Leadership Summit across the country.

With a degree in Communication and experience in both television and branded content production, Cadu has led creative projects for major organizations and Summit events. Since 2017, he has served as Regional Producer for Brazil through Envisionar and officially joined the GLNi team in 2023. A devoted husband and father of three, Cadu brings heart, excellence and a deep love for the local church to everything he does.

Chris Torres is a seasoned producer and technologist with over three decades of experience in music, video, and live event production. He has served as a video director, audio engineer, and technical leader in both church and commercial settings, helping bring world-class events to life.

Chris joined the Global Leadership Summit in 2007 as Technical Coordinator for the Philippines and became Regional Producer for Asia in 2014 — a role he continues to hold today. Now serving as Lead for Platforms & Translations, he brings a passion for excellence and accessibility, ensuring GLS content reaches and resonates across languages and cultures. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Chris is committed to creating moments that transform lives around the world.